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Olympus OM-D EM10 with Power Zoom Pancake M.Zuiko Digital ED 14-42mm 1:3.5-5.6 EZ Lens - Silver/Silver (16.1MP, Live MOS ) 3.0 inch Tiltable LCD

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I really like how this button provides access to additional options, depending on the mode. It works particularly well in Auto with the Shooting Tips, but is also a handy way of accessing the Super Control Panel in PASM modes, while leaving the OK button to access the simpler options strip down the right side of the screen. These may all be subtle changes to the user interface, but make a big difference in day-to-day operation, especially for the target market. You can film in Program, Aperture and Shutter Priority or full Manual. In PAS modes the ISO sensitivity is set automatically, but in Manual you can set the sensitivity yourself; sadly there isn’t an Auto ISO option when the movie exposure mode is set to Manual though. The Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV is a new mid-range mirrorless camera aimed at photography beginners and smartphone upgraders. The results are great-looking images in dim interiors or around the blue hours following sunset or before sunrise without the need for a tripod. Of course the ability to handhold a slow shutter speed isn’t going to help if your subject is moving, but for static subjects it’s an incredibly valuable capability. The E-M10 Mark IV is Olympus’ answer to cameras like the Panasonic Lumix G100, Fujifilm X-T200 and Sony ZV-1. And it manages to stand out with its classic OM-D styling, super-compact body and that excellent IBIS system. The 20MP resolution isn’t going to grab any headlines, but it's a significant and welcome step up over its predecessor's 16MP sensor, and keeps it within range of the competition.

Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark II review | TechRadar Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark II review | TechRadar

Although a direct comparison can’t be made due to the sensor sizes of DSLRs, the E-M10 might make a compelling consideration for those who may be comparing it to the likes of the Nikon D3300 and D5300, Canon 100D and 1200D, and Pentax K50. The E-M10 IV has a boatload of scene modes: 28 to be exact. The camera shows an example of each option, which is helpful.

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Switch the power on and the lens extends by a couple of centimetres with the camera ready for action in less than two seconds; it’s actually not much different to the cold power-up time with a prime or non-collapsing zoom. The zoom operation on the lens is motorised only, using a spring-loaded ring on the barrel – it’s not as tactile as a mechanically-linked ring, but that’s the price of miniaturisation. Meanwhile a thin ring at the end offers manual focusing and while it’s narrow, the damping makes it a lot more usable than the loose ring on the Sony 16-50mm kit zoom. The E-M10 Mark IV is powered by a TruePic VIII imaging processor, which works to deliver reduced noise in images captured in low light and has a native ISO sensitivity range of ISO 200-6400. This can be expanded to ISO 80 (LO) and ISO 25,600 (HI), but you’d be wiser to take advantage of the camera’s quality five-axis in-body image stabilization system (IBIS) before you crank the ISO up to those numbers. There is a real world requirements when a quality of something is "good enough" and when it is "not good enough" and that line is little dynamic, but not much, but it is set.

E-M10 Mark III became our - Olympus Passion How the OM-D E-M10 Mark III became our - Olympus Passion

An increase in megapixel count has the potential to increase image noise, as smaller pixels are usually less light-sensitive. However, Olympus has mostly managed to avoid this pitfall, as the E-M10 IV's images contain similarly low levels of image noise to those from the Mark III, and indeed the APS-C Fujifilm X-T200 for that matter. Sony's A6100 doesn't fare quite so well, with its images containing noticeably more noise at higher ISOs. Verdict Keep in mind that the E-M10 IV is still using a contrast-detect AF system, so there can still be noticeable 'hunting' in some situations as it tries it fine-tune focus. We didn't find it too distracting though, even in 4K video capture. Flip-down LCD and selfies We've always been huge fans of the twin control dial setup of the E-M10, as it allows you to make adjustments to both shutter speed, aperture or exposure compensation with ease when shooting manually. Alternatively if you prefer complete silence you can choose the Silent mode, still indicated by a heart icon, but now moved from its earlier position in the drive menu to its new home in the AP mode. This makes it much easier to find than before, but means you can’t choose the exposure mode to shoot in; now on the Mark III, the Silent mode effectively uses Program only.The Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV is a fantastic little camera with plenty to offer. With a new 20MP sensor and improved Continuous Autofocus, the Mark IV boasts some useful upgrades over its predecessor, the Mark III. While the other improvements are admittedly incremental, we’re still impressed with what the Mark IV brings to the table. Good as the E-M5 Mark III is, however, there will be many users looking for things that only the E-M1 Mark II can provide, including even better high-speed shooting and Pro Capture modes (quite extraordinary, in fact), a more robust construction and a large front grip which makes the camera balance better with longer lenses. For sports and wildlife fans, the E-M1 Mark II is still the one to go for. The OM System OM-10 is the next camera expected to be announced. Following the transmogrification of the Olympus OM-D EM-1 and E-M5 to the OM System OM-1 and OM-5, now it's the turn of the Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV to be reborn. A very subtle change can be found on the rear, between the LCD and buttons. It's a small rubberized strip that gives you a little something to hold onto when you're holding the camera at arm's length taking selfies. USB charging

Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III Review - Digital Photography Review

Although the E-M10 III is the entry level to the OM-D series, it's a distinctly mid-level camera. Its profusion of direct controls make it a camera with plenty of space to grow into and, even with the work done to ease access to its full set of features, it still feels like a camera aimed at people who want to do a lot more than just point and shoot. The Olympus OM-D E-M10 was the third model in the OM-D series of compact, mirrorless, interchangeable-lens cameras. It is of the Micro Four Thirds type and was introduced in January 2014.The Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV is a compact and attractive camera, just like its predecessors. Its SLR-styled body and numerous dials may look imposing to some beginners, but Olympus has put effort into making it it easy to use for those who want to avoid those controls. We were only able to test the Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV with the 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 EZ lens, which, while very capable, doesn’t have a particularly wide maximum aperture. However, the Mark IV features in-body 5-axis image stabilization with up to 4.5 EV steps of compensation (which is a slight improvement on the Mark III’s 4 EV steps), which meant that even images shot in low light with a slower shutter speed still came out sharp. The Mark IV also features a compact in-body image stabilization unit with up to 4.5 EV steps of compensation and 15 fps high-speed sequential shooting. There’s also improved Continuous AF precision for continuous focusing on moving subjects. Meanwhile, the Face Priority/ Eye Priority AF is now able to focus on faces in profile or looking down, which should help ensure that users can capture sharp portraits even at unconventional angles. Actually DPR, there are some other changes apart from the ones you mention, both inside and out (in the UK, the E-M10 Mark IIIs launched in August, albeit exclusively to a well-known national retailer - as it did in the Far East and possibly other markets in Europe too). It shares its top plate with the E-M10 Mark IV (it may not look like it but the Mark IV's different look is due to an alteration of its main body, not the top housing). Obviously this is purely cosmetic, though the front control dial thus gets improved grip. None can match its 8fps burst mode shooting and only the 100D and Nikon’s D5300 equal the resolution of the E-M10’s LCD screen.

Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III review | TechRadar Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III review | TechRadar

The Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV also has a variety of shooting modes, including AUTO, SCN (Scene), AP (Advanced Photo) and Art Filter. The AP mode brings challenging shooting techniques to a beginner’s level, such as panoramas, HDR and more. Meanwhile, the Art Filter mode includes a variety of filters that, while not particularly useful for more serious shooting situations, are great fun for families and friends to play around with. Autofocus systems need to be predictable, even if they're not the fastest. The E-M10 Mark IV’s autofocusing system may not be the most advanced in this camera class, but it functions consistently and that’s the main thing we want from a camera’s autofocus. It all adds up to a very satisfying manual focusing experience, and I am pleased to report Olympus allows you to use it while filming video.It's a subtle change, rather than a revolutionary one, but does help to make it even easier to hold nice and steady when shooting handheld, ably assisted by the pronounced thumb-grip on the rear.

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